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Security forces killed 21 militants in separate operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including North Waziristan, Kohat and Dera Ismail Khan, according to ISPR. The military said clearance operations and the broader Azm-e-Istehkam counterterrorism campaign would continue while again raising concerns about militant movement across the Afghan border.
Pakistan defeated hosts China 4-2 in their second Men's Junior Asia Cup 2026 match, with Hamza Fayyaz scoring twice and earning Player of the Match honours. The victory follows Pakistan's 15-0 win over Kazakhstan and gives the junior side strong momentum for its remaining tournament fixtures.
PMDC has made fire-safety drills and emergency-response training mandatory for house officers following the August 26 PIMS fire in which 14 newborn babies died. The programme will cover evacuation, hazard identification, extinguisher use and emergency communication, with possible expansion to other medical trainees and healthcare professionals.
The Pakistan Airports Authority has raised the minimum monthly wage for outsourced employees to Rs40,700, effective from July 1, 2026. Contractors have been directed to implement the revised rate, while the authority has sought a detailed report on outsourced personnel to monitor compliance.
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has intensified Pakistan’s debate over new provinces and administrative units, saying any restructuring must reflect public consent, constitutional requirements and national consensus. The proposal has drawn support for greater devolution but strong resistance from the PPP and Sindh’s political leadership.
Pakistan were bowled out for a record-low 55 before suffering a seven-wicket defeat to India in the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 in Dubai. The Green Shirts now have one win and one loss and will face Hong Kong on September 7.
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir has reaffirmed that peace, prosperity and the well-being of Balochistan's people remain a top state priority during a visit to Quetta Garrison. He reviewed the security environment, operational preparedness and institutional coordination while stressing that stability is essential for development and economic opportunity.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz says threats entering Punjab through provincial borders require stronger security coordination and greater use of modern technology. Speaking at the launch of Punjab's AI Hub in Lahore, she highlighted upgraded checkposts, intelligence-sharing systems and technology-driven policing as key parts of the province's security strategy.
Saheefa Jabbar Khattak has defended Suneel Munj's right to set his own commercial fee after an alleged recording involving a $10,000 podcast appearance triggered a viral debate in Pakistan. She also criticised online humiliation and called for greater professionalism and respect for people's time within the entertainment industry.
Urwa Hocane is drawing widespread praise for a powerful confrontation as Beena in HUM TV's Aap Ki Izzat, with the scene gaining traction across Pakistani social media. The sequence sees Beena challenge Tabish's justification of his conduct and has renewed discussion around the drama's themes of marriage, dignity and respect.
PML-N MPA Saqib Chadhar has claimed that settlement discussions in his dispute with actor Momina Iqbal initially involved Rs20 crore before allegedly falling to Rs11 crore, an assertion that has not been independently verified. The controversy is trending as the NCCIA conducts a fresh investigation into digital evidence in the underlying harassment case.
Coke Studio's new Nu.WAV platform has debuted with 'Dil', featuring Afusic, Ali Soomro and Zoha Waseem, triggering immediate discussion across Pakistan's online music community. The launch is drawing mixed reactions as audiences compare the new platform with traditional Coke Studio while awaiting releases from its wider artist line-up.
